Texas Politics Half-Ready for Labor Day Start
The Republican ticket is ready for the unofficial but traditional Labor Day start of the political cycle, but the Democrats are waiting for their top candidate to announce. Full Story
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Minors Can No Longer Use Tanning Salons
This year, Texas joined several other states that ban minors from tanning indoors. Previously, certain minors — those between 16 ½ and 18 — could tan with parental consent. This story is part of our 31 Days, 31 Ways series. Full Story
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UT Regents Chairman Hopes to Avoid Drama
After one week on the job as chairman of the embattled University of Texas System Board of Regents, Paul Foster says that he hopes to build consensus and avoid being "dragged into the fray." Full Story
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The Brief: Aug. 30, 2013
Wendy Davis may not be announcing her political plans for another month, but details surrounding her decision-making are beginning to emerge. Full Story
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The Evening Brief: Aug. 29, 2013
Your evening reading: Perry's trip to Missouri sparks fight; health panel advances abortion rules; Austin City Council votes to join voter ID lawsuit Full Story
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TxDOT Officials Address Concerns on Cost-Cutting Plans
During a meeting when local and state officials accused the agency of poor communication, Texas Department of Transportation officials confirmed plans Thursday to delay converting more asphalt roads to gravel. Full Story
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Skinner's Lawyer, AG Disagree Over DNA Results
Lawyers for Hank Skinner say new DNA tests show someone else likely committed the crime for which he was convicted and sentenced to death. But state prosecutors argue the tests show even more links between Skinner and the three victims. Full Story
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TribuneFest: Mental Health and Criminal Justice
At the Trib's August 19 symposium on mental health at the University of Texas at San Antonio, Brandi Grissom talked about the intersection of mental health and criminal justice with a distinguished panel. Full Story
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With Voter ID in Effect, Edinburg Voters Cast Ballots
The first day of early voting this week in an Edinburg City Council election has only yielded about 400 votes but so far, voter ID hasn't appeared to cause any issues. Full Story
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Health Council Gives Tacit Approval to Abortion Rules
UPDATED: Despite pleas from reproductive rights advocates to amend proposed rules to enact strict regulations on abortion facilities, the Department of State Health Services’ governing council gave tacit approval to them on Thursday. Full Story
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Potential SD-10 Candidates Await Davis' Decision
With four Republican candidates already in the race, Democrats are seeking one candidate to unite behind as they fight to keep the Texas Senate seat Wendy Davis has occupied since 2008. Full Story
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The Polling Center: How Holder May Help Abbott in 2014
Public opinion on voting rights in Texas neither paints a dour picture for gubernatorial hopeful Greg Abbott nor presents a clear path forward for Democrats. Full Story
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Educators Trying New Strategies to Get Students Ready for College
Higher education innovators are stepping up their efforts to promote college readiness at the high school and community college level. Full Story
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Texas Groundwater Districts Face Daunting List of Challenges
Groundwater managers in Texas have applauded lawmakers' push to fund a comprehensive water plan, but as a water summit this week made clear, money alone won't fix the tangle of concerns facing the state's groundwater authorities. Full Story
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School Officers Can No Longer Issue On-Campus Misdemeanor Citations
Offenses like using profanity and fighting have led some Texas public school students to the courtroom. Under a new law, school police officers will not be allowed to charge students for such offenses. This story is part of our 31 Days, 31 Ways series. Full Story
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The Brief: Aug. 29, 2013
As Democrats await word from Wendy Davis, the search is on to fill the rest of the party's 2014 roster. Full Story
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The Evening Brief: Aug. 28, 2013
Your evening reading: Tea Party groups take aim at Cornyn over Affordable Care Act; Davis delays announcement on political plans; Cruz ties conflict in Syria to Obamacare Full Story
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Davis Postpones Announcement on Political Future
Texans will have to wait a little longer to find out if Wendy Davis will run for governor. The state senator said Wednesday she is postponing her decision until late September while she cares for her ailing father. Full Story
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Conservative Groups Target Cornyn Over ACA
Speaking in front of the Texas Capitol on Wednesday, members of ForAmerica and the Tea Party asked U.S. Sen. John Cornyn to sign a resolution that funds the federal government, except the Affordable Care Act. Full Story
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TribCast: Calling the Police, the DOJ and DPS
Reeve, Emily, Ross and Ben talk about Lt. Gov. David Dewhurst's infamous call to the Allen Police Department, discuss the clash between Texas and the Department of Justice, and review the latest on allegations of feces at the Texas Capitol. Full Story
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